Next train departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Stazione di Venezia Mestre | Lugano | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Train | Stazione di Venezia Mestre | Lugano | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Lucia | Lugano | No tags | ||||
| Train | Santa Lucia | Lugano | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Venice to Lugano
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Lugano. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 56 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the temperature and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Trenitalia ticket prices on this trip start at $58
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Venice to Lugano by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Venice to Lugano?
The cheapest train tickets from Venice to Lugano start from $58. The average price for this train route is around $128. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Venice to Lugano?
The average train ride duration from Venice to Lugano is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 167 miles (270 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 58m and is operated by Trenitalia.
Which train operators service the Venice to Lugano route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Venice to Lugano?
The earliest train departs from Venice to Lugano at 3:18pm. And the latest train departs at 4:30pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Venice to Lugano was searched and found on Dec 11, 2025 with a price of $46To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Venice to Lugano, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $46 to $129 for a train ticket from Venice to Lugano based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $54 which is on 2025-12-13.
